HN’s Holiday Gift Guide: The Bookworm
Is there an equestrian in your life who also is an avid reader? If so, this is the gift guide for them. Check out this list of great gifts for the horse lover who loves to read.
Are you the type of rider who, when you’re not actually with your horse, likes to curl up in an overstuffed chair and settle in with a book? Or do you know someone who is? If so, then this is the gift guide for them. From some of our favorite books to some cold day tucking in must-haves, we’ve got everything the equestrian bookworm could want.
Common Sense Horse Keeping: It’s All About the Horse
Common Sense Horse Keeping, by Lori E. Tankel, is an essential guide for horse owners and stable managers, providing comprehensive advice on proper horse care. Tailored for those managing a boarding business as well as individual horse owners, this book covers critical topics such as nutrition, first aid, disaster planning, fire prevention and pasture management. It also offers insight on choosing the right boarding stable and managing horses at home. Other topics include the mental well-being of horses, insurance, contracts, rules & barn safety, euthanasia, toxic plants, boarding options, amenities & fee structure and many other valuable subjects.
Wherever you like to read, you can keep all the essentials within reach with this stylish acacia wood book holder. There’s a built-in spot for reading glasses and a cup holder for coffee, tea or wine. Easily distracted by your phone while reading? Store it in the triangular opening to hide it from view.
Wrangler Stack Rock Geometric Sherpa Throw Blanket
Nothing beats bundling up at the end of a long day in a super soft blanket with your favorite book. This stack rock geometric throw blanket offers a bold and colorful design that is sure to stand out in any room. It’s crafted for comfort and style with blue and orange stripes in a southwestern-inspired print.
In this starred-reviewed biography of Marguerite Henry (author of Misty of Chincoteague, King of the Wind, and 57 other books), Wall Street Journal columnist Lettie Teague uses deep research to uncover the writing life of a beloved children’s book author. Hundreds of photographs, fan letters, and artifacts from Henry’s personal collection, and original illustrations by Henry’s longtime collaborator Wesley Dennis make this book as beautiful as it is fascinating.
“From the Library of” Personal Embosser
Lending out books just became a lot more official, thanks to this chic embosser from Etsy — and it’s only $17.90 (although there were some crazy deals when it was under $8). The personalized stamp reads “library of” with the owner’s name, and features a variety of designs and color choices.
The moving and motivating story, by Sydney Collier and Heather Wallace, of one young rider’s determination to ride in the Paralympics, following a devastating diagnosis at the age of seven and severe strokes that limited her physical abilities. Full of the verve, humor, and grit that make Para Dressage rider Sydney Collier stand out in every crowd, this memoir is appropriate for anyone looking for a reason to choose a dream and work hard to achieve it.
If you’re on a tighter budget or just looking for a thoughtful stocking stuffer, this set of six leather heart bookmarks is just $7, making it a perfect smaller or “just because” gift. Amazon reviewers praise the quality and appreciate the variety of colors.
Liberty Biscuit and Little Pearl
In this sensitively portrayed and beautifully written series for middle-grade readers, young “Kip” uncovers family secrets while struggling to determine who she really is and who she wants to grow up to be. When she rescues an abused donkey and a starving horse, she begins to find the confidence she needs to be true to herself. A charming and unusual story by Melanie Sue Bowles with rich characters and valuable lessons.
Easily Distracted by Horses and Books Sweatshirt
It says it all, doesn’t it?
